Genuine BMW part 51 16 2 121 287: Expanding rivet. The number stamped on the part is 51162121287; BMW's catalog files it under the short number 2121287. You will find it on our Interior Body shelf, under Mirrors, trims, storage compartments. BMW has since replaced it with 8195651.
It fits the E36 sedan, coupe and convertible (318i, 320i, 323i, 325i, 328i and M3, 1992–1999), with the M40, M42, M43, M44, M50 or M52 and other engines — and the European-market versions.
BMW draws it on 3 diagrams, among them Glove Box (51_1996) and Trunk trim panel (51_2043). BMW's catalog calls for two of these at each place it is fitted. It weighs about 1 g (under 0.1 lb).
We have not had one on the shelf yet. Request it and we will tell you when one comes off a car.
